Chelsea boss Conte: For sure, I will return to Italy

Antonio Conte led Chelsea to the Premier League title last season but fans should not expect a lengthy stay at Stamford Bridge.

Published

25 September 2017

Chelsea head coach Antonio Conte has hinted he will not remain at Stamford Bridge in the long term, saying "I have in my head not to stay abroad for so long".

Conte enjoyed a dream start to life in England, guiding Chelsea to the Premier League title via 30 wins from 38 top-flight games.

But the former Juventus and Italy boss did not extend the length of his stay beyond the next two seasons when he penned a fresh contract during the close season, having been tipped to return home and take charge of Inter.

Although that piece of speculation has quelled since the campaign got underway, Conte told Radio Rai that he plans to go back to Italy when his Chelsea "project" has reached its conclusion.